Hooksett Library Updates

Fly Tying Class @ Your Library

2012-01-20T11:16:00.003-05:00

Saturday, February 18 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Space is limited, please register online or by speaking with a library staff member. There is a $10.00 registration fee. The class is designed for adults; however children over twelve may attend if accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by the Merrimack River Valley Chapter of Trout Unlimited & the Hooksett Library.

Become An Amateur Astronomer @ Your Library

2011-12-29T16:28:00.007-05:00

The Library's telescopes are now available to borrow. Use the telescopes to view craters on the moon, the rings around Saturn, and the moons of Jupiter! The Library’s participation in the Library Telescope Program was made possible by the New Hampshire Astronomical Society and the Hooksett Kiwanis Club. Ask a library staff member for more information and place a request to reserve a telescope today.

College & Career Resources @ Your Library

2011-12-13T18:47:00.006-05:00

LearningExpress Library (LEL) is an online resource that includes practice tests, exercises, and information you need to achieve the results you want—at school, at work, or in life. Study for the SAT, ACT, GED, Electrician's License Exam, Firefighter's Exam & more. LEL is available 24/7 at www.hooksettlibrary.org using your Hooksett library card number and password.

NEW eBooks @ Your Library

2011-12-13T11:29:00.000-05:00

The library recently began purchasing additional eBooks for Hooksett library card holders. The new titles are available through the NH Downloadable Books website. Please view our list of NEW eBooks which we will update regularly.

Three important tips for eBook users: Always login to your account first before searching for eBooks on the NH Downloadable Books website in order to see the complete collection available to you. Wait times for eBooks that the Hooksett Library owns will be much shorter than indicated by the number of patrons waiting for an eBook. Please place holds on eBooks that you want to read and we will continue to purchase the most popular titles.

Thank you and enjoy the new eBooks!

Positive Thinking Workshop @ Your Library

2011-12-12T13:59:00.000-05:00

Monday, January 23 at 10:00 a.m. - Is your glass half-empty or half-full? Find out how positive thinking brings inner peace, improved relationships, better health, and satisfaction. Presented by a representative from the Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association. Please register online for this workshop.

Chinese New Year Celebration @ Your Library

2011-12-12T13:53:00.000-05:00

Wednesday, January 18 - ALL DAY - Please visit the library and learn a Chinese (Mandarin) phrase or cultural fact using Mango Languages. If you participate you can add your name to the Library’s Chinese Dragon display and you may win a prize! Kids can visit the Children's Room to make a paper lantern, red envelope, and a dragon hat to celebrate the New Year!

6th Annual - Ladies Night Out @ Your Library

2011-11-28T11:14:00.004-05:00

Thursday, January 26 from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. - Mark your calendars! The Hooksett Public Library invites you to the 6th Annual Ladies Night Out at the library, featuring over 35 local vendors, free product samples, refreshments and fun for you and all the special women in your life. Browse and sample the wares and services of local businesses and organizations. Fabulous door prizes and a wide selection of jewelry, clothing, accessories, candles, crafts and more await you. Show your Hooksett library card and receive a free EXTRA ticket to win one of our fabulous door prizes!

Fall Prevention Workshops @ Your Library

2011-11-27T12:09:00.000-05:00

Friday, January 13 from 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Do you have concerns about falling? Learn ways to minimize the risk of falling and improve your balance. Presented by a representative from the Concord Regional VNA, this workshop series will benefit older adults. The workshop series will take place on Fridays, January 13 - March 2 (8 meetings) from 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Space is limited. Please register online or by speaking with a library staff member.

New Look for Auto Repair Reference Center @ Your Library

2011-11-25T11:37:00.006-05:00

The EBSCO Auto Repair Reference Center online resource has been updated. Key features of the update include: increased repair coverage – more than 37,000 vehicles included, user-friendly navigation, ability to print/email/save high-quality PDF records, and On-Board Diagnostics (OBD II) codes with description and troubleshooting information. This resource is available at www.hooksettlibrary.org using your library card number and password. To learn more about the new Auto Repair Reference Center, you can also attend one of EBSCO’s free online training sessions at http://training.ebsco.com. Please speak to a staff member if you have questions about using the library's online resources.

History, Science & Current Events @ Your Library

2011-11-25T11:30:00.000-05:00

Did You Know...That you can access online resources for homework and research through your library's website. Try American History Online, Science Online or Issues & Controversies today and be better prepared for your next research paper or school project. These resources are trustworthy, comprehensive and available online 24/7 using your Hooksett library card number and password. Visit www.hooksettlibrary.org and learn more about the educational online resources available through your library! Please speak to a staff member if you have questions about using the library's online resources.

Family Astronomy Night Returns @ Your Library

2011-11-25T10:26:00.002-05:00

Wednesday, December 7 at 7:00 p.m. - Use the library’s telescopes to view craters on the moon, the rings around Saturn, and the moons of Jupiter! Bob Veilleux, retired Astronomy Teacher and Planetarium Educator at the McAuliffe Shepard Discovery Center in Concord, will demonstrate how easy it is to borrow and use the library’s new telescopes. Attendees will have an opportunity to look at some fantastic celestial objects using the telescopes! Please register online for this program.

Staying Healthy & Out Of The Medical Loop @ Your Library

2011-11-18T16:11:00.006-05:00

Tuesday, December 6 at 6:30 p.m. - Presented by Sally Humphries, Owner of Food for Life. This lecture will teach you lifestyle and diet tips for staying healthy and out of the medical loop. Mrs. Humphries has 27 years of common sense "plant medicine" and she is still learning. Please join us to learn about her experiences and knowledge of plant medicine.

Woodworking For The Holidays @ Your Library

2011-11-18T15:20:00.005-05:00

Tuesday, November 29 at 6:30 p.m. - Stephen Carey, local resident and woodworker, will talk about woodworking projects for the holidays. This presentation will be of interest to woodworkers, hobbiests or anyone that wants to learn how to get started. This is Mr. Carey's second presentation at the library and he will be focusing on gifts that he has made for others using his woodworking skills. Visit the library soon to see many of his works on display in the lobby!

Fall Prevention Workshop @ Your Library

2011-11-14T12:31:00.004-05:00

Monday, November 28 at 10:00 A.M. - Every Step Matters - Minimizing Slips, Trips, and Falls: Each year, one in every three adults age 65 and older falls. Falls can lead to moderate to severe injuries, such as hip fractures and head traumas, and can even increase the risk of early death. Fortunately, falls are largely preventable. Learn facts about falls and tips on reducing the risk. Presented by a representative from the Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association, this workshop will be of interest to caregivers, older adults and others with an interest in the topic. Please register online for this workshop.

Speak Russian Day @ Your Library

2011-11-08T19:29:00.005-05:00

Wednesday, November 16 - ALL DAY - Learn a Russian phrase or cultural fact and share it with a library staff member and you may win a prize! The Speak Russian Day @ Your Library event was organized to promote the library's subscription to Mango Language's Russian Course. Mango is the fast, easy, and most effective way to learn to speak a foreign language. Use your library card number and password to try it today!

Yoga Workshop @ Your Library

2011-09-12T14:20:00.000-04:00

Tuesday, November 8 at 6:30 p.m. - You are invited to attend a community yoga class led by Anne Korzyniowski of Sarasvati Yoga. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. There will be a few loaner mats. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Please register using this online registration form.

Local Author, Joe Smiga @ Your Library

2011-09-12T12:53:00.000-04:00

Tuesday, November 15 at 6:30 p.m. - Please join us for a book talk by local author, Joe Smiga. He will discuss his latest thriller novel, Gateway to Terror. Mr. Smiga will also discuss tips for self publishing and writing a novel.

Australia's Convict Women @ Your Library

2011-09-12T12:30:00.000-04:00

POSTPONED UNTIL WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16 AT 6:30 P.M. - 25,000 women were transported from Great Britain to Australia...The Tin Ticket: The Heroic Journey of Australia’s Convict Women explores a largely neglected piece of women’s history in a fluid and riveting historical saga. Join us as author Deborah Swiss tells the story of three remarkable survivors, ordinary women who lived extraordinary lives as they triumphed over tragedy, relying on their resiliency and strength alongside friendships with one another.

Hooksett Celebrates - NH History Week

2011-09-12T09:28:00.005-04:00

NH History Week - Flyer of Events - Here is a list of fantastic events that have been organized to celebrate NH History Week. There will be some very interesting speakers and events at venues in Hooksett, including your library!

Dr. Sherlock Holmes @ Your Library

2011-09-11T09:37:00.000-04:00

Tuesday, October 25 at 6:30 p.m. - Medicine and Mystery Fans of the popular television show "House" know that it is based on Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes stories. They may not know how important the medical profession was to the first great detective. By examining Sherlock Holmes's detective in the context of Doyle's medical writings, Professor James Krasner's talk offers insights into the relationship between doctors and detectives. This program was made possible by the University of New Hampshire Speakers Bureau.

Oktoberfest Day @ Your Library

2011-09-10T17:50:00.000-04:00

Wednesday, October 19 - ALL DAY - Visit our Oktoberfest Day @ your library, organized to promote the library’s subscription to Mango Language’s German Course. Learn a German phrase or cultural fact and tell it to a staff member and you may win a prize from our sponsor, Bavaria German Restaurant! Mango is the fast, easy, and most effective way to learn to speak a foreign language. Try it today using your library card number and password.

Family Astronomy Night @ Your Library

2011-09-10T17:37:00.000-04:00

Wednesday, November 2 at 7:00 p.m. - Use the library’s telescopes to view craters on the moon, the rings around Saturn, and the moons of Jupiter! Bob Veilleux, retired Astronomy Teacher and Planetarium Educator at the McAuliffe Shepard Discovery Center in Concord, will demonstrate how easy it is to borrow and use the library’s new telescopes. Attendees will have an opportunity to look at some fantastic celestial objects using the telescopes! Please register online for this program.

Award-Winning Columnist, John Clayton @ Your Library

2011-08-26T14:50:00.000-04:00

Tuesday, October 4 at 6:30 p.m. - John Clayton, the award-winning columnist from The Union Leader, will speak about his new book, "New Hampshire: War and Peace". Clayton captures the spirit of the New Hampshire men and women who have answered their country's call. Proceeds from the sales of Mr. Clayton’s book will benefit Manchester Central High School’s band.

Colored Pencil Drawing Class @ Your Library

2011-08-24T11:00:00.002-04:00

Tuesday, September 27 at 6:30 p.m. - Jeffrey Brown, a graphic designer and owner of DPi Graphics in Hooksett, will present a three-part colored pencil drawing class focusing on basic techniques using colored pencils. Meetings will take place on Tuesdays, September 27, October 4 and October 11 at 6:30 p.m. There is a $30.00 fee to participate in the classes and the instructor has provided a list of supplies that participants must bring with them. Please speak to a library staff member to sign up.

Japanese Autumn Festival @ Your Library

2011-08-20T11:56:00.000-04:00

Wednesday, September 21, ALL DAY - Visit our Japanese Autumn Festival @ your library, organized to promote the library’s subscription to Mango Language’s Japanese Course. Learn a Japanese phrase or cultural fact and tell it to a staff member and you may win a prize from our sponsor, Asian Breeze Restaurant! Mango is the fast, easy, and most effective way to learn to speak a foreign language. Try it today using your library card number and password.

ABC's of Photo Organizing @ Your Library

2011-08-13T15:32:00.006-04:00

Tuesday, September 20 at 6:30 p.m. - Please join us for an interactive and informative presentation by Personal Photo Organizer, Doris St. Pierre. Doris specializes in teaching people how to organize a lifetime of family photos. Learn various ways that you can bring your photos and family stories to life, from creating scrapbook photo albums to digital slide shows. Become inspired to conquer this daunting task! Please register online or by speaking with a library staff member.

Hooksett Kiwanis 5K Run/Walk @ Your Library

2011-08-12T14:36:00.000-04:00

Sat., Sept. 24, race starts at 8:30 a.m. - Sign up for the inaugural Hooksett Kiwanis 5K Run/Walk and book it to your library! The race starts at the Heads Pond Trail and ends at your library. For more information and to register for the race please visit the active.com website.

SAVE THE DATE: Book & Bake Sale @ Your Library

2011-08-12T13:37:00.000-04:00

Saturday, October 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Please visit the library to purchase used books, audio and video materials at bargain prices. Delicious baked goods will also be for sale at the event. All proceeds from the sale will benefit the library. For more information or to volunteer to bake for the event please contact us at hplbooks@hooksettlibrary.org.

Preserving Fruits & Vegetables @ Your Library

2011-08-09T13:19:00.004-04:00

Thursday, August 25 at 6:30 p.m. - Please join us for a free workshop conducted by the UNH Cooperative Extension. Learn how to preserve the taste and quality of summer produce from your garden or local farm stand throughout the next winter months! Please register for this workshop online or by speaking with a library staff member.

Adult Summer Reading Social @ Your Library

2011-07-27T13:29:00.000-04:00

Tuesday, August 23 at 6:30 p.m. - Please join us at the library for an end of summer - adult summer reading program social! Bring your summer reading bingo cards with you so that you will have a chance to win prizes from our local sponsors: Hannaford, Robie’s Country Store, Veano’s Italian Kitchen, Ninety Nine Restaurant, Applebee’s, Shaw’s, and Cinemagic. Enjoy a variety of appetizers & snacks (from around the world!), games, Wii bowling and prize drawings. Thank you for participating in our first adult summer reading program!

Little Italy Day @ Your Library

2011-07-27T08:14:00.001-04:00

Wed., August 17 from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. - Please join us for Little Italy Day @ Your Library! Pull a block from our "Leaning Tower of Pizza" and you may win a prize from our sponsor, Johny's Pizza! Little Italy Day has been organized to promote the library's subscription to Mango Language's Italian Course. Mango is an online language learning tool that teaches real conversation skills through fun and engaging lessons. This easy to use resource can be used 24 hours a day from anywhere that offers Internet access. Try using Mango today using your Hooksett library card number and password!

Borrow eReaders @ Your Library

2011-06-28T14:29:00.007-04:00

Visit our new eReaders for Loan webpage to learn how you can borrow eReaders from your library using your Hooksett Library Card. Try out the Nook Classic, Nook Color or the Sony Reader, and learn more about these new reading devices. You can also sign in to the NH Downloadable Books website with your library card number and search and browse the library's growing eBook collection online. Check out eBooks and download and transfer them to your personal computer or eReader device!

Adult Summer Reading Program @ Your Library

2011-06-28T14:02:00.000-04:00

Monday, June 20 through Tuesday, August 23 - Visit the library and pick up your Novel Destinations Bingo Card. You can win gift cards to local restaurants, grocery stores and other businesses for participating! This lifelong literacy program has been made possible by our local sponsors: Hannaford, Robie's Country Store, Veano’s Italian Kitchen, Ninety Nine Restaurant, Applebee’s, Shaw's and Cinemagic. Please ask a library staff member for more information about our summer reading programs for adults, teens & children.

Online Newsstand - Database of the Month

2011-06-28T14:01:00.007-04:00

The Online Newsstand is easy to use, free and allows you to access popular magazines 24/7! Read popular magazines like Sports Illustrated, People, Rolling Stone, Time or Consumer Reports online with your smart phone, personal computer, etc. Click on the Online Newsstand logo on the homepage of the library's website and have your library card number ready to try it today!

Celebrate Fiesta Day @ Your Library

2011-06-14T15:00:00.000-04:00

Wed., July 20 from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. - Visit the library and join in the fiesta @ your library! Wear something that celebrates a Spanish speaking culture and you may win a gift card from our sponsor, Shorty’s Mexican Restaurant! Fiesta day has been organized to promote the library’s subscription to Mango Language’s Spanish Course. Mango is an online language learning tool that teaches real conversation skills through fun and engaging lessons. This easy to use resource can be used 24 hours a day from anywhere that offers Internet access. Try Mango today using your Hooksett library card number and password!

NH Cemeteries & Gravestones @ Your Library

2011-06-09T08:55:00.004-04:00

Thursday, June 23 at 6:30 p.m. - Rubbings, photographs, and slides illustrate the rich variety of gravestones to be found in our own neighborhoods, but they also tell long-forgotten stories. Find out more about these deeply personal works of art and the craftsmen who carved them! Sponsored by the Hooksett Historical Society in association with the Hooksett Public Library. This presentation was made possible by the New Hampshire Humanities Council.

Pirate Appreciation Day @ Your Library

2011-06-09T08:13:00.005-04:00

Wednesday, June 15 from 9am - 8pm - Ahoy mateys! Come check out the HPL's staff decked out in Pirate gear. Learn how to talk like a pirate using Mango's Pirate Course for free (through June 30th). Bring the kids and make eye patches in the Children's Room. If they learn a phrase in Pirate, share it with a staff member and you can win a prize from our bountiful Treasure Chest full of booty!

Mango Languages @ Your Library

2011-05-20T15:19:00.005-04:00

Mango is an online language learning tool that teaches real conversation skills. Through fun and engaging interactive lessons, Mango makes learning a new language fast and easy. Have your library card number and password ready and visit the Mango website to get started!

Wire Mobile Workshop @ Your Library

2011-05-11T13:18:00.009-04:00

Tuesday, June 7 at 6:00 p.m. - Please join Joan McDonald for a wire mobile presentation and beginners workshop. Create your own wire mobile! There is a $10.00 registration fee to cover the cost of materials. Space is limited. Please register before Friday, June 3 by speaking with a library staff member.

Rebecca Rule - Storyteller & Humorist @ Your Library

2011-05-07T10:16:00.002-04:00

Thursday, May 26 at 6:30 p.m. - Humorist Rebecca Rule will present That Reminds Me of a Story: Yankee Humor and the New England Storytelling Tradition. Sponsored by the Hooksett Historical Society in association with the Hooksett Public Library. This presentation was made possible by the New Hampshire Humanities Council.

Needle Felting Workshop @ Your Library

2011-05-02T12:52:00.007-04:00

Tuesday, May 24 at 6:00 p.m. - Please join Laurie Conrad for a needle felting presentation and beginners workshop. Create your own felt sculptures! There is a $15.00 registration fee to cover the cost of materials. Space is limited, please register before Friday, May 19 by speaking with a library staff member.

Tibetan Healing Bowl Concert

2011-04-22T18:40:00.001-04:00

Tuesday, May 17 at 6:30 p.m. - Unwind, relax and enjoy an evening of Tibetan Healing Bowl music! Presented by Tanji Sampson, local resident and owner of Heartsong Intuitive Energy Healing. Let the sounds of bowls, bells, and gongs whisk you away to your favorite place, while you forget about the hustle bustle of the outside world.

Making Money Work For You @ Your Library

2011-04-21T11:39:00.006-04:00

Beginning Thursday, May 12 at 5:30 p.m. - This five-week workshop series can help those living from pay check to pay check, who may be in debt and who are unable to save. Learn why you make the spending choices you do and how to control spending with a plan. Seating is limited. Please contact: Shirley Clark, UNH Cooperative Extension Administrative Assistant at 796-2151 to register.

Bead Jewelry Workshop @ Your Library

2011-02-17T15:10:00.001-05:00

Tuesday, May 10 at 6:00 p.m. - Please join Linda & Shana from Soulful Jewelry Designs for a bead jewelry presentation and workshop for beginners. Space is limited. Please register before Friday, May 6, by speaking with a library staff member. There is a $13.00 registration fee to cover the cost of materials for making a bracelet.

Underground Railroad - Presentation

2011-02-17T15:07:00.000-05:00

Thursday, April 28 at 7:00 p.m. - Eleanor Strang will present a slideshow about the local and national history of the Underground Railroad, the secret network in the years before the Civil War which assisted fugitive slaves as they escaped to freedom.

Genealogy Research - Workshop

2011-02-17T15:06:00.000-05:00

Tuesday, April 26 at 6:30 p.m. - Muriel Normand, Director of the Board of the American-Canadian Genealogical Society, will provide a basic introduction to Ancestry Library Edition and Heritage Quest Online, two online resources that are available @ your library!

College Cost & Funding Talk @ Your Library

2011-02-16T15:09:00.000-05:00

Tuesday, April 19 at 6:30 p.m. - Learn about planning for college, scholarships, financial aid and more! A presenter from the Center for College Planning will discuss planning and savings basics, how financial aid is awarded, what help is REALLY available and information for parents of students of all ages! Please register for this event using our online registration form.

Family Fun - Edible Books Contest!

2011-02-01T15:10:00.000-05:00

April 9 from 9am - 12pm - Individuals and groups of all ages are welcome to participate in this year's "Edible Books" contest by creating something edible that represents a book title. Help us kickoff National Library week with a morning of fun family activities, voting for contest winners and an awards ceremony! Please visit the library's Edible Books Webpage for more information and full contest details.

Motorcycle Journey @ Your Library

2010-12-27T16:36:00.003-05:00

Tuesday, March 29 at 6:30 p.m. - Please join us for an evening of adventure with Hooksett resident and International Motorcycle Traveler, Ben Slavin. Over the course of 6 months he rode his motorcycle 23,000 miles through 15 countries. Ben will share photos and stories from his amazing ride through Latin America.

Haunted Hikes of NH - Presentation

2010-12-27T16:36:00.001-05:00

Wednesday, March 23 at 6:30 p.m. - Is Sasquatch Real? Did a UFO really visit New Hampshire? Do You Believe in Ghosts? Author, Marianne O’Connor hopes to answer all your questions with a special slide show presentation based on her popular book, Haunted Hikes of New Hampshire. Adults, families with older children and teens will enjoy this spooky 90 minute program.

Fly Fishing Classes @ Your Library

2010-12-27T16:35:00.001-05:00

Wed., April 6, 13, 20, 27 at 6:00 p.m. - A series of five classes designed to introduce people to the "quiet sport" of fly fishing. The classes are designed for beginners as well as people that want to expand their fly fishing skills. This workshop series is full, please join the waiting list and we will contact you if space becomes available.

Always Available eBooks @ Your Library

2010-12-27T16:30:00.000-05:00

Use our eBooks service with your library card to download the hottest eBooks! Also, there are 15,000+ public domain titles that are always available. Try reading one of these classic books while you wait for the best seller you placed a hold on to become available. Don't forget...we have two Barnes & Noble Nooks that you can try using and we will be happy to show you how they work.

Digital Photos Workshop @ Your Library

2010-12-27T15:04:00.000-05:00

Wednesday, January 19 & 26, 6:30pm - Do you take lots of photos with a digital camera but don’t know what to do next? This series of two classes will share tips on how to use, organize and back up your photos. Learn about easy to use software and amazing digital products that you can create with your photos. This series of 2 workshops was rescheduled due to inclement weather. Registration is required.

Writing Workshop @ Your Library

2010-12-26T16:37:00.000-05:00

Tuesday, March 1 at 6:30 p.m. - Joe Smiga, local author, will facilitate a free writing workshop at the library. Learn how to start writing, develop content, overcome writer's block, edit & publish your work. Please register online for this workshop.

More Well Being - Meditation @ Your Library

2010-12-26T12:28:00.000-05:00

Saturday, Feb. 12, 19, 26 at 9:00am - Presented by Nanci L. Meli, a Healing Arts Practitioner since 1992. These are free workshops for beginners and novices. Learn a variety of breathing techniques. Please RSVP for the date(s) you want to attend by completing this online registration form or by speaking with a library staff member.

What Do U Love @ Your Library

2010-12-26T10:33:00.000-05:00

In honor of Valentine's Day, please take our online poll and tell us what you love most @ your library. If your favorite thing about your library is not included in the poll please Facebook, Twitter or Email us!

Author Visit - Jessie Crockett

2010-12-26T10:16:00.000-05:00

Tuesday, February 8 at 6:30pm - Please join us at the library for a book reading and signing by local author Jessie Crockett! She will talk about her latest mystery novel, "Live Free Or Die—A Granite State Mystery".

Practice Tests & Job Skills @ Your Library

2010-12-25T19:40:00.000-05:00

Find the practice tests, skill-building courses, eBooks, and information you need to achieve the results you want-at school, at work, or in life. Prepare for the SAT or GED tests, take occupation practice tests, study for the U.S. Citizenship Exam, or use LearningExpress Library's variety of other resources to improve your life. Try using LearningExpress Library today using your library card and password!

Civil Rights Presentation @ Your Library

2010-12-15T15:08:00.009-05:00

Tuesday, January 11, at 6:30pm - As we prepare to observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Civil Rights Day, please join us at the library for a special presentation about the civil rights movement. Civil Rights Veteran, James Kates, will speak and moderate a conversation about civil rights then and now. Registration not required.

Barnes & Noble Nook @ Your Library

2010-11-17T15:49:00.007-05:00

Are you shopping for eBook readers this holiday season? Come to the library and learn which eBook readers work with our downloadable eBooks service. Best of all...we have a Barnes & Noble Nook that you can try using and we will be happy to show you how it works. Visit us soon and learn more about eBooks @ your library!

Family Love Letter - Lecture

2010-11-16T18:28:00.000-05:00

Friday, December 3 at 12:00pm, learn the details and importance of creating a "Family Love Letter", a document that includes all the vital information loved ones need to know in case of sudden incapacitation or death. Please register online or by speaking with a library staff member. Sponsored by Denise Petrin at Edward Jones Investments.

Woodworking Presentation @ Your Library

2010-11-16T12:16:00.000-05:00

Wednesday, December 15 at 6:30pm - Presenter, Stephen Carey, will talk about the practice of wood turning: The art or process of shaping wood into forms on a lathe. Mr. Carey will highlight techniques that he has used, mention his successes and failures and provide a general overview of the process.

Author Visit - A Piano In Every Room

2010-11-16T12:08:00.000-05:00

Tuesday, December 14 at 1:30 PM - Rosamond van der Linde, will be reading excerpts from her new book, A Piano In Every Room. The book tells the heartwarming tale of a family of seven pianists that created a huge music enterprise.

Database Log In Notice

2010-11-16T08:51:00.000-05:00

We are currently experiencing a problem with our database log in procedure. Until our vendor comes up with a solution, you can get around this issue by logging in and then re-clicking on the database of your choice when you are bumped back to the log in screen. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please continue to use the library's databases for all of your homework, research, job seeking, language learning & other information needs!

Get Crafty @ Your Library

2010-11-04T14:03:00.007-04:00

Crafts for Adults - Every Monday from 5pm - 8pm, work on your current craft project with other community members @ your library. Bring a snack and enjoy free coffee & tea! Learn more...

System Upgrades -Thursday, November 11

2010-11-04T10:02:00.001-04:00

On Thursday, November 11, our automation system, which includes our online catalog and research databases, will be going offline while it undergoes upgrades. The library will be open on that day from 11:00am - 8:00pm, but with limited services. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.

Sustainable Agriculture @ Your Library

2010-11-03T15:59:00.000-04:00

November 30 from 6:30pm to 8:00pm, John Carroll, Ph.D. Resource Development, will speak at the library about restoring our food independence. This is the subject of his book "Pastures of Plenty: The Future of Food, Agriculture and Environmental Conservation in New England". Please RSVP online or by speaking to a library staff member.

General Election Results

2010-11-03T12:14:00.008-04:00

The general election results for the Town of Hooksett are now available on the library's website: Click here to see the results.

Book & Bake Sale

2010-11-01T15:25:00.000-04:00

Book & Bake Sale - Saturday, Nov. 13 from 9am - 3pm
Purchase used books, audio and video materials at bargain prices. Delicious baked goods will also be for sale at the event. All proceeds benefit the Hooksett Public Library! More information...

eBook Readers Poll

2010-10-23T08:55:00.006-04:00

Please take our poll and help us learn which eBook readers are most popular: Online Poll.

The library is planning to purchase two eBook readers to promote our OverDrive eBooks service.They will also be used for staff training and as demonstration models for the public. We will let you know when they arrive so that you can visit the library to try them out!

Author Visit - A Piano In Every Room

2010-10-23T08:21:00.007-04:00

Wednesday, Oct. 27 at 6:30pm - Rosamond van der Linde, will be reading excerpts from her new book, A Piano In Every Room. The book tells the heartwarming tale of a family of seven pianists that created a huge music enterprise.

One lucky attendee will win a free copy of the book!

Vote 2010 - General Election

2010-10-22T14:54:00.000-04:00

The general election takes place Tuesday, November 2. Hooksett voters can place their votes at the Cawley Middle School from 6am-7pm.

Halloween in Hooksett

2010-10-22T08:44:00.000-04:00

Saturday, October 30 at 10:30am

Hooksett Public Library - Children's- Semi-Spooky Storytime

Friday, October 29 from 6pm - 8pm
Donati Park - Haunted Trail

Sunday, October 31, from 6pm - 8pm

Trick or Treat in Hooksett - Please be safe.

SBC Reads - In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto

2010-10-15T16:08:00.013-04:00

Did you hear about the library's new Sustainable Book Club (SBC)? Pick up your copy of In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto at the library and join us for a fascinating book discussion on Tuesday, October 26 at 6:30pm.

Identity Theft Talk - Stay Informed

2010-10-13T10:05:00.008-04:00

If you did not attend last week's Identity Theft Talk presented by Sue Moulton, Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist, you can stay informed and learn more about this important topic by visiting some of the websites that Sue recommends:

List of Websites

Thank you for sharing your time and expertise with the Hooksett community Sue!

Identity Theft - Websites

2010-10-13T09:53:00.006-04:00

A list of online resources for learning more about Identity Theft. This information was provided to the library by Sue Moulton, Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist:

AnnualCreditReport.com

F.T.C. Identity Theft Site

Financial Fraud Enforcement Task Force

Identity Theft Assistance Center

Identity Theft Resource Center

Internet Crime Complaint Center

Justice Department Identity Theft Site

myfico.com

Privacy Rights Clearinghouse

Social Security Administration's Answers

Federal Bureau of Investigations – Identity Theft

Credit Report Services:

Equifax

Experian

TransUnion

Hannah Dustin's Legacy - Author Talk

2010-10-08T10:11:00.009-04:00

Tuesday, October 12 at 6:30pm
Presented by Juanita Carey, Author of Hannah’s Revenge. Mrs. Carey will read from her book and talk about the life of Hannah Dustin. This presentation is geared towards young adults, teens and adults.

Hannah Dustin was a 17th Century Massachusetts woman, caught in an overwhelming tide of events, who found herself in a life-or-death struggle for which she had never prepared.For more information please visit our
online events calendar.

Mark your calendars...

2010-10-04T14:58:00.013-04:00

Columbus Day: The library will be closed on Monday, October 11 in observance of the Columbus Day holiday. Please remember...the library's catalog and online resources are always available by visiting www.hooksettlibrary.org.
Library's Book & Bake Sale: Saturday, November 13 from 9am - 3pm. Purchase used books, audio and video materials at bargain prices. Delicious baked goods will also be for sale. If you can help us bake goods for the event please contact us at 485.6092 or via E-mail: mbose@hooksettlibrary.org. All Proceeds to benefit the Library.

Puppets and Quilts...

2010-10-04T10:01:00.002-04:00

The Library is looking for donations of gently used puppets for a kids theater program, and also for quilts that babies can sit on with their caregivers during storytimes. Thank you in advance for your support of the library!

Banned Books Week @ Your Library...

2010-10-04T09:49:00.014-04:00

Catcher in the Rye . . . Of Mice and Men . . . Harry Potter . . .

What's your favorite book? Chances are good that someone has tried to ban it. Celebrate YOUR freedom to read during Banned Books Week, September 25 to October 2.

For more information, visit http://www.ala.org/bbooks or come to your library and view the Banned Books Week displays, and join us in daring to read.

Week 4 of the summer Reading Program

2010-08-03T13:47:00.003-04:00

Pirates were making a splash this week at the Library!! Participants were turning into pirates every day! The kids made pirate eye patches and pirate hats to wear, and they also created their own pirate faces, including scars!! The Percy Jackson Party was a BIG hit. Everyone made name tags using the Greek Alphabet. It was pretty tricky because you may not find a letter in your name in the Greek Alphabet!! They also made Oracle of the Delphi fortune tellers! It wouldn't be a party without food. We were treated with "Nectar of the Gods", "Ambrosia" and fresh strawberries from Camp Half-Blood.
Minute To Win It contestants took part in the 4th week of contests. They had to keep a feather up in the air for a full minute by blowing on it. The second part was to sort M&M's into 5 colors in order of color: Red, Orange, Yellow, Green and Blue. This was harder than you would think; you couldn't put one in out of order!!
Two weeks left to the program. I can't wait to see who has read the most hours!!

Week 3 of the Summer Reading Program

2010-07-27T09:43:00.003-04:00

This week's theme was Splish, Splash Summer and we really did get splashed!! On Monday, July 19th, we had a water game night. We played Towel Toss and Sponge Tag, had a relay race with sponges and played Drip, Drip, Drenched! Everyone got wet!!That was such a fun night!
On Wednesday, July 21st, we continued the theme by decorating beach towels with fabric markers. We also sorted sea shells and decorated them and everyone was able to take their favorite shell home.
We had our third Minute To win It Contest. Participants had a stack of 39 red cups and one blue cup. They had to remove the blue bottom cup and place it on the top and continue with the red ones until the blue cup was back at the bottom. All within a minute!! This was a hard one.
Next the participants had to blow up a balloon and use that air to knock down 15 cups from the table. As the air was let out, they would need to blow the balloon up again and again until all the balloons were knocked off. All within a minute!! This one was a fun one to do!!
On Thursday, July 22nd, Majestic Theatre came to entertain us with a great show called: The Taming of Katy Lou. What a great show. Everyone loved it and spent the night laughing and enjoying some great songs!
Splish Splash Summer was a lot of fun!!

Summer Reading Program Week 2

2010-07-20T14:33:00.003-04:00

Oceans of Fun was the theme for the second week of our Summer Reading Program. And we had FUN!! We made Flying Fish on Monday and Finger Print Fish on Wednesday. We had a Sea Serpent Scavenger Hunt on Thursday and even drew our very own sea serpents!! Our second "Minute To Win It" contest was a big hit. We played Wheel of a Deal and Breakfast Scramble. Wheel of a Deal was a contest to sort cards from a deck and Breakfast Scramble was a puzzle contest. We are keeping track of our winners for the ultimate contest at the end of the summer. Next week Majestic Theatre puts on a show for us on Thursday, July 22nd at 6:30!

Summer Reading Program begins

2010-07-13T14:46:00.002-04:00

Week 1 of our summer program was a big hit!! We had 60 children come in to participate in all the week's events. Wednesday , July 7th, was our first Minute To Win It contest. We had so much fun!! One by one the kids had to try to keep 2 balloons up in the air for a full minute! There were 4 winners for this contest. Next they had to blow a bubble from a wand, then blow that bubble through a hoop that was 10 feet away!! There were 10 winners for this race! Can't wait to see what the kids will be doing for the next Minute To Win It contest! Also during this first week, everyone made inner tube markers to track all their reading time. Some have already made it to 10 hours of reading!! Great Job! Class wall decorations were also made. What grade will have the most participants?? Also a special Thank You to Susanne Fournier for coming in to talk about Water Safety. Keep Safe everywhere you go this summer!!

Mario Kart Racing Contest Up-date!!

2010-06-24T18:42:00.003-04:00

Our first race date is coming up and we have some up-dated news to pass along to all interested racers!! There is only enough time for 10 racers from Hooksett to race on each race date. Please register for the race for the day you would like to race. Please register for one race day event. I will let you know if there is space available for the next race date. Also, if you have a spare steering wheel, please bring it along. We need 2 steering wheels in order for 2 kids to race at the same time. Remember we are competing against 5 other libraries who will all be racing at the same time!! Hope to see you at one of the race dates this summer!!

Summer Reading Program Registration 2010

2010-06-01T10:08:00.004-04:00

Registration begins June 1st for this year's Summer Reading Program: Make a Splash, READ! This program is for those students who have finished first grade on up to those who have finished fifth grade. We have planned 6 weeks of fun activities where children can discover the joy of water. Here are some highlights from our exciting program:

July 8th: Water Safety Talk with Suzanne Fournier
July 22nd: Majestic Theatre to perform Go West!
July 29th: Percy Jackson Party and Comedy Night, Fishing For Laughs
August 5th: Movie Night, Finding Nemo
August 11th: Mad Science to perform at our Award's Night
On-going weekly contest: Minute To Win It
Mario Kart Contest with other libraries.

To register for this summer reading program, click here. For more information and for other summer events/reading lists:

Summer Reading Events @ your library...
"Make a Splash" Program
Register for "Make a Splash" Program
Other Summer Programs

Summer Reading Lists...
For 6th Graders
For 7th Graders
For 8th Graders

Kick-off to the Summer Reading Program

2010-05-25T14:28:00.004-04:00

"Make a Splash, Read!!" is the theme for this year's Summer Reading Program. Wednesday, June 23rd, will be the night for our Kick-Off Event. Beginning at 6:30PM, Steve Blunt will start us off on a great summer of reading activities. You can register for the program on-line beginning on June 1st. This program is for those children who have finished 1st grade on up to 5th grade. A Schedule of Events will be available that night, along with your Book Chart and a book mark. You may start reading and recording time spent reading beginning on June 23rd. We will keep track of the hours you spend reading.
This summer we will also have available activities for all age groups. We will continue our Infant Lapsit and Toddler Time on Fridays at 10:00 AM. We will add a drop-in Storytime for 3 to 6 year olds on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM beginning July 6th.
So have an ocean of fun this summer at the library and join us for the Kick-off on June 23rd!!

West High's FIRST Robotics Team Visit

2010-05-14T11:32:00.006-04:00

Loads of fun during West High's FIRST Robotics Team visit last night. Check out the photos of the event. Special thanks to West High's Team for taking the time to come and demo their robot and explain their story to a very eager audience of the Library's Lego Club members. -Mark

Children's Author JE' Taylor visits

2010-05-11T09:32:00.005-04:00

Children's Author JE' Taylor visited the library for our April Nighttime Storyhour on April 22nd. She read her story "The Animal Dance". The children who attended loved the pictures and the magical poem that JE' Taylor read. After the story, the children colored some Earth Day pictures to celebrate Earth Day.

Storyhour in May...

2010-05-01T15:01:00.001-04:00

After the April Spring vacation, there will be only one more Storyhour and then our Closing Parties will start during the second week of May. Miss Vickie will keep you posted about these events as the end draws near.

West High's FIRST Robotics Team to demo robot...

2010-05-01T14:11:00.006-04:00

Are you really into science and want to know how things work? Visit the library on May 13th to see a demo of West High's FIRST Robotics Team robot. Free and open to the public.

Happy 205th Birthday, Hans Christian Andersen!

2010-04-02T10:22:00.002-04:00

Hans Christian Andersen, born on April 2nd, 1805, was Denmark's most famous author. His fairy tales are among the most widely read works in world literature. His stories of make-believe have enchanted young readers around the world for generations.

Ingwersen, Niels. "Andersen, Hans Christian." World Book Online InfoFinder. World Book, 2010. Web. 2 April 2010.

ARE YOU A PERCY JACKSON FAN??

2010-03-15T22:11:00.001-04:00

Check out these book recommendations from the author, Rick Riordan, himself!

Express your creativity through our EDIBLE BOOK CONTEST!

2010-03-15T22:05:00.005-04:00

Create a representation of your favorite book in food!
How to participate...

Everyone can participate: the young, the old, the professional and non-professional, residents and non-residents, and even groups.
Entries must be book-related. Examples of this can be found in our slideshows of past events (2007, 2008, 2009) and also online at the National Edible Book Contest homepage.
Entries can be made out of anything, as long as it is edible.
Entries must be family-friendly.
Participants can enter up to 3 entries.
Registration is free!

Check out pictures from last year! Or find more information at our Edible Books page.

Judging will be on Saturday, April 17th at 10am

Lincoln "visits" the library...

2010-03-03T10:39:00.006-05:00

History really came to life with a program last Thursday (Feb. 25th), entitled "A Visit with Abraham Lincoln." Lincoln was portrayed by Steve Wood. Completely in character, Wood began the program with a recounting of Lincoln's early life and ended with a reading of the Gettysburg's Address. Along the way he commented on Lincoln's debates with Stephen Douglas, his run for the presidency, and the Civil War. *Mark*

New - Cake Pans that you can check out!

2010-02-26T11:50:00.003-05:00

Have to bake a cake and want to make it special? We now have themed cake pans of various shapes and sizes that you can check out. See our current selection. *Mark*

Summer reading T-Shirts...

2010-01-18T11:37:00.005-05:00

Order your summer reading T-Shirt(s) today! This year's theme is "Make a Splash". <<Order Form>>

Max the Mascot visits library...

2009-12-29T15:28:00.004-05:00

Who says that lions can't read? Max, the mascot from the Manchester Monarchs, visits the library on Tuesday, December 29th, to promote reading. See photo journal of event...

Guess who came to the library today...?

2009-12-12T14:19:00.006-05:00

Mrs. Claus paid us a visit today, during the library's annual Christmas party. She was joined by over 100 children with their families. Check out the photo journal of the event. *Mark*

Want to find your energy hogs at home?

2009-12-10T14:19:00.004-05:00

Find which appliances are consuming the most energy in your home. Borrow one of our "Kill A Watt" meters donated to the library by NHSaves. Available for check out at the front desk. *Mark*